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Exceptional Education Specialist

CiTi BOCES

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Mexico, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NYS Certification (School Psychologist Or School Counselor Or School Social Worker Or Special Education Teacher)

Job overview

CiTi BOCES is hiring an Exceptional Education Specialist. The Exceptional Education Specialist works under the Director of Exceptional & Alternative Education to ensure regulatory compliance across CiTi programs, providing guidance to teachers, counselors, and administrators in MTSS, FBAs, BIPs, SEL, and crisis intervention while delivering professional development and coaching support.

Key focus areas include Provide coaching and guidance in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify root causes of student behavior, Support development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and IEP goals, and Assist in collection, analysis, and interpretation of behavioral data to inform decision‑making.

Successful candidates bring NYS School Psychologist Certification, NYS School Counselor Certification, and NYS School Social Worker Certification. Important skills include Collaboration, Special Education Regulations, Multi-Tiered Systems Of Supports (MTSS), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and Crisis Intervention Strategies. Preferred (not required): Interpersonal Skills and Professional Development Delivery.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CollaborationSpecial Education RegulationsMulti-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS)Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)Crisis Intervention StrategiesInterpersonal SkillsCoachingCommunication SkillsSocial-Emotional LearningCrisis InterventionCommunicationProfessional Development DeliveryData AnalysisSpecial Education Regulations and ComplianceEvidence-Based Behavior Support StrategiesMental Health Support Systems

Qualifications

NYS Certification (School Psychologist or School Counselor or School Social Worker or Special Education Teacher)NYS School District Leader Certification

Full job description

The Exceptional Education Specialist is a member of the Coordinator’s unit and works under the supervision of the Director of Exceptional & Alternative Education. This role supports regulatory compliance across all CiTi programs and provides guidance to Teaching Assistants, Teachers, Counselors/Behavior Specialists, and administrators in the development and implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), social-emotional learning (SEL), and crisis intervention practices.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing professional development and possess strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide coaching and guidance in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the root causes of student behavior

  • Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and IEP goals

  • Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of behavioral data to inform decision-making

  • Guide staff in adjusting interventions based on data trends and student response

  • Support the implementation of evidence-based behavior support strategies across settings

  • Strengthen Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), including Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions

  • Support the development and implementation of mental health support systems within programs

  • Provide guidance and professional development on social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum implementation and integration into daily practice

  • Deliver job-embedded support through:

  • Classroom and program-based coaching

  • Embedded professional development opportunities

Program and Department Support

  • Collaborate with the Director on special projects and organizational priorities

  • Promote consistency and fidelity of practices across all CiTi programs

Location: Multiple Locations Start Date: 09/01/2026 Application Deadline: 07/31/2026

Job Qualifications

Required NYS Certification (one of the following):

  • School Psychologist

  • School Counselor

  • School Social Worker

  • Special Education Teacher

  • NYS School District Leader Certification preferred

Skills and Experience:

  • Strong collaboration, coaching, and communication skills

  • Experience providing professional development preferred

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

  • Special education regulations and compliance

  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS)

  • Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

  • Crisis intervention strategies

Position Start Date:09/01/2026

Application Deadline:08/31/2026

Job Number: T05202026

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